Bittersweet Chocolate Cakes with Espresso Cream

Bittersweet chocolate contains a higher percentage of cocoa solids and less sugar than semisweet chocolate, giving it a more intense and less sweet flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Bittersweet Chocolate Cakes with Espresso Cream

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Bittersweet Chocolate
• 1 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 2 tablespoon Espresso Powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 0.25 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour eight individual cake molds.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the bittersweet chocolate and butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture and mix until well combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, espresso powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake molds. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
6. While the cakes are baking, prepare the espresso cream. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in the cocoa powder.
7. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the molds for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once the cakes are cooled, remove them from the molds and serve with a dollop of espresso cream on top.
9. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.